Schneider, Gerald 1923-2009

SCHNEIDER, MILLER, MEIER

Posted By: Ernie Braida (email)
Date: 1/12/2010 at 10:19:20

Gerald was born on March 16, 1923 in Warren County, IA to Joe and Maggie (Miller) Schneider.

He married Delphine Meier on August 28, 1948 in Maydale, KS.

Gerald moved to Marion County in 1961 where he farmed until he retired.

He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Bauer and Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Melcher Dallas. He was a farmer and a good neighbor, and in later years enjoyed watching the birds from his home. His children and grandchildren were his pride and joy.

Gerald passed away March 22, 2009 at the Westview of Indianola Care Center.

He is survived by his wife Delphine; daughters, Genie (Jim) Hansen, Charlene (Terry) Fisher, Sandy (Delbert) Schaffer, Bonnie (Jim) Colwell, and son Gary (Brenda) Schneider; fourteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers: Paul, Bert, Bill, Bob, Floyd, and Herb Schneider; two sisters: Genieve Schneider, Geraldine Ryherd Ross; and a son-in-law, Dennis Wallace.

Pierschbacher Funeral Home March 2009